7 Brilliant Natural Hair Styling Products Under $25

I went to the mall the other day and to my surprise they had opened a new beauty supply store. Naturally I went in because no self respecting hair blogger sees a new BSS and walks right past it. I was in the market for a new styling product anyway, that’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it.

Unfortunately, I was in and out in a flash. The problem was after browsing the isles for a quick second I could not believe how high the prices were, was there a chance that this store did not get the memo about the recession? There was even one product priced at a whopping  $129.00 clearly a mistake but very much in line with what  I was seeing.

Most times, styling products fall in the accessories category of the hair care stash; You could probably live without them but you want them because they give you that certain something extra. That Je ne sais quoi if you will.

With the prices of some styling products through the roof most women are on the hunt for some great quality styling solutions that fit their budgets and which last for more than a single application.

Here are 7 brilliant natural hair styling products under $25.00 that you curly girls may want to consider.

1. Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie – If this isn’t a jar of sunshine and glitter rain then I don’t know what is. This semi light molding cream is thick, smells awesome and the ingredients are so moisturizing its almost a little weird. The price point for a good size jar is  just under $21.00 and definitely a must add to your holy grail list.

2. Eco Styler Gel – If you are looking for a hard hold with none of the crunch and embarrassing white stuff then this is the gel for you. Pink, blue, clear, black or green whichever one you choose you are bound to spend less that $5.00 for a giant tub that will last you a very long time. The gel is alcohol free with none of the bad stuff most commercial gels have in them, perfect for women on healthy hair journeys.

3.  Aunt Jackie’s curls and Coils La La Defining Curl Custard – Say that five times really fast, phew! Move over Miss Jessie because Aunt Jackie might just have your ticket.  This product will not only reduce frizz but it provides long lasting definition and shine.You don’t need a lot but if you do you wont have to deal with any dryness or flakes.  Whatever your style, rest assured that at only ten bucks your curls will be well-moisturized and soft to the touch.

4. Miss Jessie’s Unscented Curly Pudding – I am sorry ladies but despite what they say Miss Jessie’s is here to stay, this product is undeniably a keeper for most curlies it gives light hold, reduces frizz and is known for superior shine. Again the product lasts a long time because you don’t need much product to achieve your style. Additionally, for those of us that are sensitive to strong smells the unscented version is just as versatile with a price point set at around $22.00.

5. Ouidad Climate Control Heat and Humidity Gel – Got frizz? Of course! Everybody knows that including Ouidad, who made sure they added some frizz busting magic beans to this 8.5 ounce bottle of gel. The ingredients are geared towards protecting the hair shaft and preventing the hair from expanding. At just under $19 you cant go wrong with this one.

6. Jane Carter Solution Wrap and Roll Mousse – This styling product is free of everything, paraben free, glycerin free, sulfate free and silicon free, so whats in it? Well the first ingredient is water and the rest of the ingredients are all natural and totally healthy. At under twenty bucks this light mousse does a great job at setting and smoothing the hair reducing frizz for worry free styling.

7. Carols Daughter Hair Milk Pudding – If you have been itching to try out Carol’s daughters new and improved hair milk line, I suggest you start with the milk pudding, it defines, shapes and provides extra control without weighing the hair down. The ingredients are all super yummy with no sign of parbens, petroleum mineral oil* or artificial colors. The price point is around $23.00 keeping you a little under budget and not burning a hole in your pocket.

Have you discovered any holy grail products under $25.00 that you would like to share?